Publisher's Synopsis
A Narrative of the Treatment Experienced by a Gentleman, During a State of Mental Derangement: Designed to Explain the Causes and the Nature of Insanity is a book written by John Thomas Perceval in 1840. The book is a first-hand account of Perceval's personal experience with mental illness and the treatment he received during his time in an asylum. Perceval, a member of the British aristocracy, suffered from a severe mental breakdown in 1830 and was institutionalized for several years. During his time in the asylum, Perceval kept detailed notes on his experiences and the treatments he received, which he later compiled into this book. The book is divided into two parts. The first part is a personal narrative of Perceval's experiences, including his descent into madness, his time in the asylum, and his eventual recovery. The second part is a more clinical analysis of the causes and nature of insanity, based on Perceval's personal observations and research. Overall, A Narrative of the Treatment Experienced by a Gentleman is an important historical document that provides insight into the treatment of mental illness in the 19th century. It is also a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of psychiatry and the lived experiences of individuals with mental illness.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
